Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal leads Uzbekistan 5-0

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Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal leads Uzbekistan 5-0
Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals to help Portugal secure a 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in their World Cup Group K match at NRG Stadium on June 23, 2026. This win follows a disappointing draw against DR Congo, reaffirming Portugal's position in the tournament. Ronaldo's first-half goals increased his World Cup total to ten, marking him as the only player to score in six different World Cups. Nuno Mendes, a Rafael Leão strike, and an own goal by Abduvohid Nematov contributed to the final score. Portugal aims to control the group as they continue their campaign.

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  • Portugal wins 5-0 against Uzbekistan
  • Ronaldo nets two goals in the match
  • Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leão also score
  • Match held at NRG Stadium, attendance 68,777
  • Portugal responds emphatically after previous draw
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Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal reaffirmed their World Cup credentials with a rousing 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan.

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